Industrial Insights
Our purpose at Schneider Electric is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be your digital partner for sustainability and efficiency. In this podcast series, learn how the future of industry is here. Software-centric universal automation is the next quantum leap in industrial automation.
Episodes

Friday May 14, 2021
Friday May 14, 2021
When industrial automation upgrade projects are first launched, the stress of deadlines, cost control, technical glitches, and miscommunication all challenge the equipment vendors, systems integrators, and the end users involved. However, such distractions can be minimized when all parties collaborate and concentrate on what they do best.
As the existing installed base of industrial automation assets grows older, and as marketplace conditions increase in complexity, more manufacturing organizations are finding it difficult to remain competitive. As a result, many of these businesses need to modernize their automation infrastructures. When modernizing a plant, the degree of change required will depend on customer demands, the strategic vision of the corporate leadership, and both physical and financial constraints.